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Zinc reacts with dilute Hydrochloric acid, what is the chemical equation for this reaction? what would you see? How could you speed up this reaction?

Zn(s) + 2HCl(aq) => ZnCl2(aq)+ H2(g)Evervessence, Zinc becomes smaller and then disappearsCut zinc in to smaller pieces to increase the surface area

Answered by Juliette P. Chemistry tutor
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What happens at the anode during electrolysis?

The anode is the positive electrode so attracts negative ions. At the anode, negative ions lose electrons (they are oxidised).The resulting product depends on the ionic substance but is non-metal and is o...

Answered by Sharla P. Chemistry tutor
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Why can metals conduct electricity?

The outer shell of electrons in metals are delocalised, meaning they are able to travel freely around the metal.

The negative electrons hold the positively charged metal ions together. The poo...

Answered by Acrisa K. Chemistry tutor
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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonding?

Ionic bonding is an 'electrostatic' force of attraction between a charged metal and non metal ion or compound. These atoms or compounds become ions due to the loss or gain of electrons. The two ions give ...

Answered by Kayden C. Chemistry tutor
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Describe and explain the changes between sulphuric acid with copper carbonate, connected to a test tube with limewater.

The limewater turns cloudy (due to formation of C02)Solution fizzes/effervescesSolution turns blue

Answered by Prav H. Chemistry tutor
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